Juveniles Treated As Adults
One of the most dangerous situations a young person can encounter is when after an arrest, even their very first arrest, the State can choose to move the case to adult court and treat them in every manner as an adult. This can happen quite quickly and without any input from the child or their family. We have the knowledge and experience to help prevent a child from being sent to adult court. It is possible to give your family a voice in this process and bring information to the State's attention which can convince them that Adult criminal sanctions are not necessary.